Consumer Score
In comparison:
LG SL5Y ranks #52 out of 141. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.3
Great
Consumer Score
In comparison:
Bose Solo 5 ranks #32 out of 141. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.6
Great
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Experts prefer LG SL5Y over Bose Solo 5

On 5 Mar 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 97 Sound Bar expert endorsements .

Currently, LG SL5Y received 1 endorsement from SoundGuys (30 Aug 2023). Meanwhile, Bose Solo 5 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank Change Price Sound Bar
Rtings.com
Tom's Guide
TechRadar
PCMag
What Hi-Fi
TechHive
World Wide Stereo
WIRED
SoundGuys
Digital Trends
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 30 Aug 2023 SoundGuys ranked LG SL5Y as #3
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    #3 out of 5 LG SL5Y
    Best Design
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither LG SL5Y nor Bose Solo 5 were recommended by key experts who publish Sound Bars recommendations.
Rank Change Price Sound Bar
Rtings.com
Tom's Guide
TechRadar
PCMag
What Hi-Fi
TechHive
World Wide Stereo
WIRED
SoundGuys
Digital Trends
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- $489
Sonos Beam Gen 2
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a compact and stylish soundbar that delivers excellent audio quality for both music and movies, with versatile connectivity options and compatibility with Dolby Atmos, making it a recommended choice for Sonos fans and those seeking high-quality audio enjoyment.
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Samsung HW-Q990C
The Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar is highly praised for its exceptional sound quality, immersive experience, and extensive connectivity options, making it a top choice for enhancing TV audio and creating a cinematic home theater experience.
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Sonos Arc
The Sonos Arc is a high-end soundbar with impressive sound quality, expansive soundstage, and modern design, ideal for those seeking an immersive surround sound experience for movies and music.
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Vizio M-Series 5.1
The Vizio M-Series 5.1 Soundbar is a versatile and affordable audio system that offers excellent sound quality, making it suitable for a variety of audio content, including music and movies, and is compatible with most TVs on the market.
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From Seller:
  • 2. 1 channel with 400W total power
  • DTS virtual: x sound
  • High resolution audio (24bit/96kHz)
  • Wireless rear speaker ready (available separately)
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From Seller:
  • Single sound bar provides better sound quality compared to your TV.The Solo 5 TV sound system is an easy solution, with advanced technologies that deliver the clear audio your TV can’t.
  • Dialogue mode to make every word and detail stand out
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0719192629035
UPC Numbers: 719192629035
Model Numbers: SL5Y
EAN Numbers: 0017817700214, 0017817700221, 0017817700238, 0667649335339, 6000001119736
UPC Numbers: 017817700214, 017817700221, 017817700238, 667649335339
Model Numbers: 732522-1110, 732522-2110, 732522-5110
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Weight
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3.7 lbs
 
Dimensions
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Output power What is the output power of the speaker?
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30 watts
Speaker composition What is the cabinet of the speaker made out of?
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ABS
Speaker Design Number of drivers in the speaker
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Two-Way
Separate subwoofer included Does the soundbar comes with a separate subwoofer?
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No
Bluetooth Capability Does the speaker support wireless connection?
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Yes
Bluetooth range What is the Bluetooth range of the speaker?
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33 ft
Supported connections What type of connections does the speaker support?
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  • Optical audio input (digital)
  • Coaxial audio input (digital)
  • 3.5 mm aux input (analog)
Hi-resolution audio Does the speaker support hi-resolution audio playback?
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Yes
In-unit Controls What controls are on the soundbar itself?
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None
Rechargeable battery Does the speaker have a built in rechargeable battery?
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No
FM Radio capability Does the speaker have an FM radio?
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No
Built-in microphone Does the speaker have a built-in microphone?
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No
Wi-fi enabled Is the speaker capable of connecting to wi-fi?
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No
App/Smartphone controlled Is the speaker can be controlled by an app or a smartphone?
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No
ENERGY STAR certified Is the speaker energy star certified?
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No
Chromecast built-in Does the speaker have a built-in Chromecast playback?
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No
Airplay capability Does the speaker support Airplay technology?
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No
IR Remote Learning Can the speaker be controlled with an external (universal) remote?
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Yes
Included Accessories What are the accessories included with the speaker?
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  • Universal remote control
  • Power supply and cord
  • Optical digital audio cable
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LG SL5Y is a popular and one of the less expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling sound bars and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Rockville Rockbar or Samsung HW-J250 .

LG SL5Y is $165.62 less expensive than an average sound bar ($305.60).

Bose Solo 5 is a very popular and one of the cheaper options. It has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Polk Audio React or Roku Smart Soundbar .

Bose Solo 5 was released in 2016. There are more than 5 newer sound bars on the market. Show newer Sound Bars

Bose Solo 5 is $151.44 less expensive than an average sound bar ($305.60).

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